1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1995 Honda Legend

To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Daihatsu Compagno 1995 Honda Legend
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Compagno Legend
Year Released 1969 1995
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 3205 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1420 mm


 

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